As the summer gently slips away and autumn’s arrival commences, see the changes in the New Forest as the leaves begin their transformation. Make the most of the remaining summer moments, with laidback wanders through the forest and peaceful evenings spend upon our coastline watching the boats bob…
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Every August, the New Forest transforms into a sea of purple. As summer reaches its peak, the heathlands burst into colour as millions of tiny heather flowers bloom across the landscape. Hillsides, open heathland and sweeping valleys are covered in shades of pink and purple, creating one of the New…
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Summer doesn't always have to be packed with plans. Sometimes, the best days in the New Forest are the ones where nothing much happens at all. A slow walk beneath the trees. A picnic shared with friends. Coffee brewed outside a tent while the morning mist lingers between the woodland. An afternoon…
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GRAB YOUR EARLY BIRD TICKETS BEFORE 8TH AUGUST Taking place on Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th August, join us for a fantastic weekend of gastronomic delights. The two-day festival is the perfect way to enjoy delicious food, fantastic entertainment, mouth watery cookery demo’s and all-round family fun…
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Few things capture the taste of the New Forest quite like a tub of New Forest Ice Cream. Made in Lymington using fresh local milk and carefully selected ingredients, the new 500ml range has recently been refreshed with a vibrant new look and a selection of delicious new flavours. Even better, two…
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Plan your visit to the New Forest this August. A beautiful time of year, see the purple haze from the swathes of heather on our heathlands. Spend perfect days on family bike rides or by enjoying relaxing outside activities such as canoeing and horse riding. Mark some dates in your diary for some…
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When the sun is shining, there's nowhere quite like the New Forest coast. While many people know the New Forest for its ancient woodland, free-roaming ponies and open heathland, fewer realise that it also boasts more than 40 miles of beautiful coastline. From peaceful shingle beaches and nature-rich…
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Long, sun-filled days. Heathland glowing purple with heather. Picnics beneath ancient trees and evenings spent watching the sunset over the coast. Summer is one of the most memorable times to visit the New Forest. Whether you're planning a day trip, weekend escape or longer holiday, here are ten of…
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Discover wide-open heathlands, ancient woodland trails, and secret coastlines - all on foot. Walking is one of the best ways to experience the magic of New Forest in summer. Whether you’re wandering through sun-dappled woodland, following trails across the heath, or tracing the coastline with sea…
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The summer months are well and truly underway and whether you are looking for summer holiday ideas this July or for a pre-school holiday getaway, there’s plenty to entertain you this July in the New Forest. Spend those warm and balmy days exploring our timeless landscape, from relaxed days upon our…
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